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Shell Earrings
Shell Earrings
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Apple Earrings
Apple Earrings
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Napier Bracelet
Napier Bracelet
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Coral Necklace
Coral Necklace
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Leaf Brooch
Leaf Brooch
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Rose Bracelet
Horseshoe Necklace
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Haskell Necklace
Haskell Necklace
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Haskell Clasp Necklace
Haskell Clasp Necklace
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Rose Bracelet
Rose Bracelet
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Blue Trifari
Blue Trifari
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Blue Swan Beaded Bag
Blue Swan Beaded Bag
Blue Swan Beaded Bag



3-D Flower/Berries Purse
3-D Flower/Berries Purse
3-D Flower/Berries Purse #219

What a great jeweled frame on this unique three dimensional beaded flower or berry motif purse. The background beads are cobalt blue with these reddish orange berries jutting of the beaded field. The frame has a multitude of colors and measures 7". What a gorgeous triple rounded bottom finishing with a beaded tassel. All the beads and frame are in excellent condition although the lining is almost entirely gone. It measures 7 x 11" including the tassel.



Egyptian Motif French Beaded Bag
Egyptian Motif French Beaded Bag
Egyptian Motif French Beaded Bag #217

A colorful Egyptian floral motif decorates this beautiful purse. An enameled and jeweled frame tops this lovely piece with twisted loop fringe completing the look. This is a metal beaded purse with lots of color for this type of bead. Inside the original peach silk lining is mostly present with some tearing especially in one area where it looks as though the "Made In France" label was intentionally uncovered. The purse is in excellent condition. It measures 6 x 10."



Figural Lady Cherub Glass Beaded Purse
Figural Lady Cherub Glass Beaded Purse
Figural Lady Cherub Glass Beaded Purse #218

Here is a lovely fine glass beaded figural/scenic bag with an unusual scene. The figures consist of a flying cherub hovering over a lady resting below. Greenery and plantings are abundant in this fairytale forest setting. A lightly green jeweled frame with plunger top and flower basket drop and multi-colored fringe complement the piece. This surreal and hard to find scene is in excellent condition with a tastefully replaced light pink silk lining. Measures 6 x 10".



Emerald Glass Cabochon Jeweled Frame
Emerald Glass Cabochon Jeweled Frame
Emerald Glass Cabochon Jeweled Frame #70

This piece measures 7 5/8" from sew holes to sew holes. Another great sized frame in goldtone with tiny jewels of different colors surrounding the larger cab. Nice etching on the frame.



Mandalian Tiny Links Mesh Rug Purse
Mandalian Tiny Links Mesh Rug Purse
Mandalian Tiny Links Mesh Rug Purse #38

Tiny enameled links with many colors used to depict a fabulous rug motif pattern purse. An enameled frame completes the picture. There are no missing links, enamel loss or fading. Measures 6 x 9".



8" Jeweled Frame
8" Jeweled Frame
8" Jeweled Frame #66

Cabochon jewels in many colors including sapphire, ruby and emerald glass are nestled in a wide filigree background. Nice patina, not as bright gold metal as some. 7 1/2" from sew holes to sew holes.

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7 inch jeweled frame
7 inch jeweled frame
7 inch jeweled frame #59

Robin's egg colored mottled cabs flank either side with 3 smaller cabs for accents. Embossed gold metal frame. 7 inches from sew holes.
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Miriam Haskell crystal, rhinestone, and goldtone metal necklace with floral accents
Miriam Haskell crystal, rhinestone, and goldtone metal necklace with floral accents
Haskell Necklace #89

Miriam Haskell crystal, rhinestone, and goldtone metal necklace with floral accents; signed Miriam Haskell. Very minor rhinestone loss on the back of one of the drops but does not detract from this sensational piece. Necklace excluding drop 18" L, DROP 3 ¾" L, You will be purchasing this through the shop Showcase Antiques where we have other fine purses, compacts & signed jewelry for sale.
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Signed Schiaparelli Rivoli Watermelon Jeweled Earrings
Signed Schiaparelli Rivoli Watermelon Jeweled Earrings

Signed Schiaparelli Rivoli Watermelon Jeweled Earrings #204

Here is a pair of gleaming double watermelon rivoli stone Schiaparelli earrings. These screwbacks are script signed and in excellent condition, nice and bright multi-color jewels. The larger stone on the bottom is about the size of a nickel.
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EA Bliss, Early Napier Art Nouveau Belt Buckle
EA Bliss, Early Napier Art Nouveau Belt Buckle
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EA Bliss, Early Napier Art Nouveau Belt Buckle #209

EA Bliss items are difficult to find and this belt buckle has a wonderful design of Art Nouveau leaves and flowers! This company produced a wonderful collection of silver and vanity items, accessories, compacts, purse frames, cigarette holders, chatelaines, etc and was eventually purchased by Napier which focused on the manufacture of jewelry although the Bliss signed items predate Napier by decades. So beautiful, it is like a piece of antique jewelry. This belt buckle measures 2 1/2 x 1 3/4" and has no issues but could use a good polish if desired. .

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Fine Glass Beaded Rug Motif Purse
Fine Glass Beaded Rug Motif Purse
Fine Glass Beaded Rug Motif Purse #207

A multi-colored jeweled frame adorns this lovely rug motif purse. This beauty is in excellent condition with no holes or problems. The rug or carpet motif has powder and cobalt blue, a rich chocolate brown, gold, cream, green and a darker chocolate brown. Twisted loop fringe and silk lining are original and in very good condition. The lining has a small hole on the bottom which can be felt but no holes or shredding can be seen when the purse is opened. Measures 7 x 11". .

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Charlie Chaplin Mesh Purse
Charlie Chaplin Mesh Purse
Star Series Charlie Chaplin Mesh Purse #35

Excellent condition enameled mesh Charlie Chaplin mesh bag, one of the infamous four Star Series purses. No enamel loss, lining present but slightly discolored as shown
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Schiaparelli Blue Glass & Faux Pearl Brooch
Schiaparelli Blue Glass & Faux Pearl Brooch
Schiaparelli Blue Glass & Faux Pearl Brooch #212

This gorgeous Schiaparelli brooch has different colors of blue and varying shaped stones along with faux pearls making it bright and unique. Measuring 2 1/4 x 2 inches, the stones are all bright and clear. Excellent condition on the stones and metal. The pin back closes properly and the pin can be worn on a piece of clothing but the stem of the pin only raises partway before reaching resistance. It either needs an adjustment or replacement of the stem portion, but the clasp part is fine and closes properly and securely. The price reflects this minor flaw.
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Julianna Style Chunky Stone Pin & Earrings
Julianna Style Big Chunky Stone Pin & Earrings
Unsigned Julianna Style Big Chunky Stone Pin & Earrings Set #187

Here is a stunning brooch and earring set with big unfoiled multi-colored stones including the large one in the center of the brooch that was purposely set in upside down as is done in many Schreiner pieces. Big and chunky, this pin and earring demi parure would be perfect for the holidays or anytime. Superior handset workmanship, the beautiful carved leaf reminds me of Schiaparelli's work. Unsigned, but sure looks like Julianna. The brooch measures 3 x 2 inches.
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Elzac Figural Ceramic Retro Face Pin
Elzac Figural Ceramic Retro Face Pin
Elzac Figural Ceramic Retro Face Pin #170

Take a look at this wonderful unsigned Elzac retro ceramic faced brooch! The California artist hand painted this beautiful pin which now has minor wear to the paint as shown in the picture, but the details are still so lovely. Long, twisted lucite earrings flank her porcelain face and ribbed metal shells seem to depict some sort of vintage head gear. It looks as though the rings shown on the head are meant to be part of the hat or cap design as they link the shells together although it might be up for debate that a shell or two may be missing, I just don't know for sure. Slight crazing on the face but no cracks. There is some glue residual on the back which appears original to the piece. I just love figurals like this that depict vintage fashion and gives a peek to what type of clothing, hats, jewelry and makeup that they wore. A great slice of 1940s life!
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mosaic butterfly
mosaic butterfly
Vintage Mosaic Butterfly Brooch Signed Italy #174

What a colorful Italian Mosaic Butterfly Brooch. This pin has tiny bits of glass forming a showy floral motif butterfly. Over 2 inches long by 1 inch wide. Excellent condition. .

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Turn Of The Century Enameled Daisy Frame
Turn Of The Century Enameled Daisy Frame
Turn Of The Century Enameled Daisy Frame #71

Measuring a dainty 5 1/4" from sew holes to sew holes, the charm of this frame is in the enameled daisies with marcasite centers. Tiny faux pearls scallop along the edges of the frame, they could have had a more pearlized coating at one time, however now, they appear to be whitish. All are present.
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Brightly Jeweled & Enamel Elaborate Frame
Brightly Jeweled & Enamel Elaborate Frame
Brightly Jeweled & Enamel Elaborate Frame #63

Brightly goldtone colored and elaborately jeweled and enameled. In excellent condition, no rings to attach to carry chain. 5 3/4" from sew holes.
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Jewel & Enamel Encrusted Frame
Jewel & Enamel Encrusted Frame
Jewel & Enamel Encrusted Frame #60

Elaborately jeweled and enameled. Some of the white enamel and one small section of blue is lighter from the years, to be expected but otherwise in excellent condition. 5 3/4" from sew holes.

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Fine Glass Beaded Castle Scenic
Fine Glass Beaded Castle Scenic
Fine Glass Beaded Castle Scenic #120

This fine glass beaded scenic purse needs alot of TLC. There are many small holes, mostly near the top and sides and pulling at the top although there is NO damage at all on the castle or scenes on one side, a small hole in the castle scene on the other side, with damage mostly in the field background.

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R&G Sterling Mesh Vanity Bag
R&G Sterling Mesh Vanity Bag
R&G Sterling Mesh Vanity Bag #44

Signed R&G and Sterling Top, this lovely enameled mesh compact purse has very tiny mesh links, a beautiful floral enameled top, the original tassel and carry strap. All of the rouge is present and most of the foil covering is still there. Neither the powder nor the puff is present. There are surface scratches on the metal below the area where the powder was on the inside of the compact itself. This does not detract from this lovely vanity bag and could easily be covered with a vintage powder puff. There are no missing links or enamel loss and the links are all attached firmly. This piece measures 3 x 7" including the tassel but not the carry strap.
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Whiting & Davis Compact Purse Rigid Mesh Frame
Whiting & Davis Compact Purse Rigid Mesh Frame
Whiting & Davis Compact Purse Rigid Mesh Frame

This signed Whiting & Davis Mesh Compact Purse has a matching rigid enameled mesh lid. Inside, the compact portion opens to reveal the original puff but no powder. There is no enamel or link loss, the metal trim around the compact could use a polish if desired. One of the links on the carry chain could be replaced or removed to match the opposite side. Measures 3 x 7".
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Rare Interior Spinning Wheel Figural Purse
Rare Interior Spinning Wheel Figural Purse
Rare Interior Spinning Wheel Figural Purse #29

Here is a rare interior fine glass beaded scenic purse with a woman seated by the window pane with her spinning wheel and yarn while bird watching. The detail in the woodwork, the outside trees, her traditional clothing and the design on the wall paper, all add to its charm. It has been lovingly restored with new fringe and a much more spectacular jeweled crown frame. The suede lining is original. There is only a small amount of minor bead loss on the back (not a hole) in the flowers at the top & another on the front (not a hole) but it does not detract from this highly unusual piece, otherwise in excellent condition. It measures 7 x 10" including fringe. >

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Rare Interior Spinning Wheel Figural Purse
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Rare Interior Spinning Wheel Figural Purse
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Original By Robert Figural Compact Chair
Original By Robert Figural Compact Chair
Original By Robert Figural Compact Chair

A fantastic conversation piece and one of my favorite compacts. This piece is signed Original by Robert and is elaborately decorated with rhinestones and faux pearls, includes the original puff and screen. As shown in Vintage Compacts & Beauty Accessories. Minor suface scratches on lid over compact, otherwise in excellent condition. Height 5
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Egyptian Scarab Jeweled Frame
Egyptian Scarab Jeweled Frame
Egyptian Scarab Jeweled Frame

Egyptian scarab glass flanks this vintage frame with smaller green accent stones. Measures 7" from sew holes, excellent condition.
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Figural Castle Lady Scenic Beaded Purse
Figural Castle Lady Scenic Beaded Purse
Figural Castle Lady Scenic Beaded Purse #27

A most striking purse, not just a rare scene, but also because the lady has a realistic face, and the castle is richly detailed. In excellent condition, with the exception of two tiny holes above the castle flag on one side only. The bead loss is small, each no more than four to eight tiny beads. No lining, mulit-colored twisted loop fringe. It measures 8 x 11 1/2". >

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Joseph Warner Christmas Tree Brooch
Joseph Warner Christmas Tree Brooch
Joseph Warner Christmas Tree Brooch

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7" stand up crown jeweled frame w/bonus purse
7" stand up crown jeweled frame w/bonus purse
7" stand up crown jeweled frame w/bonus purse

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Vintage Xmas Tree Pin w/Dangles
Vintage Xmas Tree Pin w/Dangles
Vintage Xmas Tree Pin w/Dangles


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Egyptian Figural Scenic Purse
Egyptian Figural Scenic Purse
Egyptian Figural Scenic Purse


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Jeweled Frame w/sew holes
Jeweled Frame w/sew holes
Jeweled Frame w/sew holes



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Castle Purse
Castle Purse
Castle Purse

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Figural Silhouetted Dancers Purse
Figural Silhouetted Dancers Purse
Figural Silhouetted Dancers Purse

Lovely and unusual glass beaded figural silhouetted dancers purse with jeweled frame. This purse finishes with a jewel encrusted ball matching the frame. Excellent condition. 8 x 10".

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Antique Beaded Mourning Purse
Antique Beaded Mourning Purse
Antique Beaded Mourning Purse

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French Celluloid Purse Frame
French Celluloid Purse Frame
French Celluloid Purse Frame


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Gazebo Deer Scenic Purse In Book
Gazebo Deer Scenic Purse In Book
Gazebo Deer Scenic Purse In Book

As found in the book Vintage Purses At Their Best, this lovely scenic purse has deer and a gazebo in the background. Excellent condition with an unusual use of field knitting to enhance the contrast between the beads. Measures 7 x 10".

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Pansy Beaded Bag
Pansy Beaded Bag
Pansy Beaded Bag

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McClelland Barclay Brooch
McClelland Barclay Brooch
McClelland Barclay Brooch

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Gothic Castle Scenic, hand made silver frame 1800s
Gothic Castle Scenic, hand made silver frame 1800s
Gothic Castle Scenic, hand made silver frame 1800s

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